Technical R&D Associate Scientist (m/w/d) (LSB) - BS
The Ideal Candidate
You have completed a scientific vocational qualification (e.g. apprenticeship) or hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. You bring 3–5 years of industry experience, specifically in analytical development for oligonucleotides. You are proficient with HPLC, MS, and ideally LC-MS, demonstrate a strong quality mindset with meticulous attention to detail, and feel comfortable adapting to innovative tools and agile work practices. Fluent English communication is essential.
Tasks & Responsibilities
* Develop, optimise and validate analytical methods for assessing starting materials, intermediates, reaction progress, active substances and dosage forms.
* Independently plan, conduct and document laboratory work while collaborating closely with team members, the analytical project lead and your supervisor, in alignment with GxP and SOP requirements.
* Contribute to end-to-end analytical workflows in cooperation with associate scientists, scientists and cross‑functional partners to support efficient operations and continuous improvement.
* Coordinate analytical activities, including sample logistics, for synthetic product development.
* Prepare scientific and technical documents such as analytical procedures, validation reports, user manuals and SOPs.
Must Haves
* A scientific vocational qualification with 3–5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience focused on oligonucleotide analytics, OR a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related field.
* Practical expertise in analytical techniques (HPLC, MS).
* Experience with LC-MS is a strong advantage.
* Strong interest or background in analytical method development for oligonucleotides.
* Excellent digital skills and an innovative mindset.
* High willingness to learn, improve and adopt new technologies and workflows in a dynamic environment.
* Self‑driven, open‑minded, reliable, proactive, goal‑oriented and a strong team collaborator.
* Openness towards flexible and agile working models.
* Very good English skills; German is beneficial.
* Strong quality awareness and precise working style.
* Confident application of GxP principles appropriate to different clinical phases.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other
Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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